Public Services Diploma Level 2
Subject : Public Services
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Course Overview
Classroom studies are combined with talks by guest speakers and visits to Outdoor Activity centres and take part a variety of activities such as an outdoor camp, climbing in Snowdonia, gym and sports facilities, activity days within the public services for example Army and RAF.
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Venue |
| September 2011 |
1 year |
Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX |
Who The Course is for
This course is ideal for students looking for a career in public services, for example, HM Revenue and Customs, the police, fire and rescue services, or armed services.
Successful students tend to be:
• good at communicating with all types of people, even in difficult circumstance
• determined and logical in their approach to preventing and solving crimes
• good leaders, able to make decisions under pressure
• able to write accurate reports and deal with complex paperwork
• willing to accept discipline, without sacrificing common-sense and initiative
• interested in working with and helping the community
Course Content
> Public Service Skills
> Career Planning for the Public Services
> Improving Health and Fitness for Entry to the Uniformed Public Services
> Employment in the Uniformed Public Services
> Citizenship, the Individual and Society
> Land Navigation by Map and Compass
> ICT and the Public Services
Functional skills in English maths or IT will also be studied as an integral part of the course.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade D or above. Candidates will be interviewed to assess their suitability for the course and we will be looking for an appropriate standard of English and maths. We are interested in your enthusiasm and commitment to succeed.
Learning & Assessment Methods
Assessment will be by continuous assessment of assignment work, projects, case studies and practical activities. There are no external exams.
Qualifications Gained
BTEC Level 2 Diploma in Public Services
Tutorial & Enrichment Studies
Functional Skills in Maths, English or IT.
Progression Opportunities
Progression to Level 3 Diplomas in Public Services or Sports Studies is possible upon completion of this course at merit level or above.
Career Opportunities
Employment in public services professions, eg HM Revenue and Customs, the police, fire and rescue services or armed services are possible routes for successful students.
Course Costs
If you are 16-18 years old you do not have to pay course tuition fees*.
If you are 19 or over please call 01695 52300 or email enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk to confirm the fee for this course. Course costs may be subject to change.
If you need information on any financial support that may be available to you with fees or study costs on this course, please contact the Learner Zone (see contact details below) who can offer advice and assistance on accessing any financial support that may be available.
*exam and registration fees will be paid by the college subject to satisfactory attendance and course completion.
How to Apply
Please complete and return a College application form. Application forms can be obtained college Admissions – contact details below.
Further Information: If you have a query about this course or would like advice on your study options please contact college Admissions:
In Person:
Until 19 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Westbank Campus, Yewdale, Skelmersdale WN8 6JA.
From 22 August 2011: West Lancashire College, Skelmersdale Campus, College Way, Skelmersdale, WN8 6DX
By Phone: (01695) 52300
By Email: enquiries@westlancs.ac.uk
By Post: The Principal, West Lancashire College, FREEPOST, Skelmersdale WN8 6BR
Website: http://www.westlancs.ac.uk
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of printing. We reserve the right however, to make alterations or amendments to the information contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient numbers.